Flights to Mering, Bavaria from NT$7,047

If you're not prepared, air travel can be challenging. But there's no need to panic. Follow these tips and tricks for a worry-free start to your vacation in Mering.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane ride can be a comfortable experience if you pack the right things. First of all you'll need toiletry items, such as deodorant and a toothbrush, a spare set of clothes and a magazine or two. Next, make room in your hand luggage for your laptop, a charger, any vital medications and maybe a quality neck pillow as well. Lastly, and most importantly, remember to take your passport, travel papers and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Pack all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any gels or liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by authorities. Pointed or sharp objects, like your Swiss Army knife, and products which are explosive or flammable, such as flares, bleaching agents and matches, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

• Your aim here is to feel as comfortable as you can. Don layers of natural-fiber clothing and remember to bring a sweater in case it gets chilly in the cabin. Always opt for flat, well-fitting shoes as your feet may swell a little during the journey. Leave the high heels and heavy boots in your main luggage.
• Caused by sustained periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition that can affect passengers on long-haul flights. But the great news is there are numerous ways to reduce the risk of developing it. Keep your fluids up, walk up and down the aisles as often as you can and wear compression socks or tights.

Being organized before you get to the airport can make your getaway to Mering quick and painless. We've rounded up some useful tips for a stress-free journey through security:

• First things first. Your passport and boarding pass will need to be shown to security personnel. Keep them someplace accessible so you don't have to dig around for them.
• The X-ray machine comes next. Empty your pockets and remove anything metal that is likely to beep. This includes things like earphones or headphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They'll need to be placed on the conveyor belt for screening.
• Your electronic gadgets like phones and laptops will also have to go on a tray for inspection. No need to worry though, you'll be back online before you know it.
• Any gels or liquids, such as shampoo or hand cream, that you want to take on board must be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you several minutes. Hiking or heavy-style boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on shoes usually aren't.
• Airlines won't allow any sharp items or pocket knives in your carry-on luggage. If you must bring these kinds of items, check them in.